THE Norwegian monster who killed at least 76 people in a bombing and a shooting spree is a 'madman' according to his lawyer.

Trying to explain his client’s mindset, Geir Lippestad said: "He says he is sorry he had to do this but it is necessary."

"He hates all the Western ideas and the values of democracy ... he expects that this is the start of a war that will last 60 years.

"He looks upon himself as a warrior. He starts this war and takes some kind of pride in that," Lippestad said.

Breivik had used "some kind of drugs" before the crime to keep strong and awake, and was surprised he had not been killed during the attacks or en route to Monday’s court hearing, he added.

Lippestad said Breivik had stated that he was part of an anti-Islam network that has two cells in Norway and several more abroad. Norwegian police and researchers have cast doubt on such statements.

"He talks about two cells in Norway, but several cells abroad," said Lippestad.

The lawyer said it was too early to say if Breivik would plead insanity at his trial, expected to be a year away.

Lippestad said Breivik had stated he belonged to an anti-Islam network that has two cells in Norway and more abroad. Norwegian police and researchers have cast doubt on whether such an organisation exists.

"He talks about two cells in Norway, but several cells abroad," said Lippestad.

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